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What Do Alternators Do, and Why Do They Fail?

May 31, 2019 10:12 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

If you’ve got problems with your vehicle’s alternator, it could very well result in your battery dying and your having to get your vehicle towed to the shop to get it fixed. But for most people, when they hear they’ve got a bad alternator, all they know is that this is bad—they don’t necessarily know what the alternator does or how it fails. A little bit of knowledge can go a long way in the automotive world, and could potentially help you avoid these types of repairs. Here’s some information from auto repair shop in Madison, TN about alternators and... View Article

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What You Need to Know About the Changes in Standard Refrigerant for Automobile AC Systems

May 17, 2019 10:12 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

There have been a lot of changes in the world of air conditioning refrigerant lately. The old standby for vehicles was R1134 refrigerant, but that has since changed to the new R1234YF refrigerant. What exactly does this mean, and how do the two differ from each other? Here’s an overview of what you should know, courtesy of a mechanic in Madison, TN. A background on the refrigerants The old R-12 refrigerant was first developed in 1935, and as you might expect, there have been a whole lot of changes and upgrades to the technology in the field since then. Today,... View Article

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The Benefits of Financing Auto Repairs

May 1, 2019 11:35 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Depending on the kind of car repair you need, it could wind up being a pretty expensive job, one for which you have not budgeted. The average person will spend about $750 per year on maintenance alone—that’s not even considering what you’d have to pay for one-time repairs. It’s understandable to get stressed out if your vehicle breaks down. Fortunately, even if you don’t have the money to pay out of pocket to get your vehicle fixed, there are still other options available for you to make the payment, including financing. Here’s some information about those options from a mechanic... View Article

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What Is EVAP?

April 17, 2019 11:35 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

There are many different reasons why your car’s “check engine” or “service” light might start flashing. One such example is Trouble Code P0456, which is an indication of a small leak in your evaporative emissions system (EVAP for short). Here’s some information from a mechanic in Madison, TN about the EVAP system, the trouble code and what you should do to address it. About the EVAP system and potential troubles you’ll face The EVAP system is a closed system in your vehicle that is designed to capture vapors from the fuel tank and keep them from leaking out into the... View Article

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Should You Have Your AC Dryer Replaced When Replacing Your AC Compressor?

April 2, 2019 12:13 am Published by Leave your thoughts

You’re driving your car when suddenly it starts to smoke up. When you look under the hood, it’s obvious the smoke is coming from the AC compressor. You’re pretty sure that the air compressor will need to be replaced, but is that really the problem with your car? If you need an auto AC compressor replacement in Madison, TN and call around for estimates, or even check online, you will quickly find that the cost of replacing an AC compressor can vary quite a bit from one mechanic to another, and this usually depends on whether or not that particular... View Article